Tools To Help You Plan Your Visit

ACCESSIBILITY

Group Entrance

The Museum of History has a designated private group entrance underground for drop-off and pick-up of visitors. The group entrance is a nice area where visitors are welcomed to the Museum and group registration is processed with the Group Leader. A coat check for the group is available.

Bus Parking

Free parking is available year round at the Robert Guertin Arena, located at 125 Carillon street in Gatineau, a few minutes from the Museum.

Group Meals

The Museum of History offers group meal options for small and large groups, from casual cafeteria style to fine dining.

Bistro Boréal
The Bistro Boréal offers a tasty, affordable menu in an amazing decor and ambiance inspired by northern lights. Renowned chef Martin de Board has created a menu inspired by a selection of classic Canadian ingredients. Outside terrace opened in the summer.2015 Group Menu and Prices for Lunch

The Lunchbox
The Lunchbox, located near the Group Reception Area, is ideal for student groups who prefer to bring their lunch. It has drink and snack machines and can accommodate 140 people at a time. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

Guided Tours

Through artifact collections, research, exhibitions and public programs, the Museum works to preserve the heritage of Canadians and promote the cultures of Canada and the world.

Grand Tour
Discover the highlights and must-sees of the Museum with this 45 minute Grand Tour. Learn about the architecture of the Museum, the Grand Hall and the First People traditions.

Mobile Audioguide

The Museum of History is also proud to enhance your Museum experience with the mobile audioguide. Download your audioguide in the language of your choice, put on a set of headphones and enjoy!Available in English, French, Mandarin and German | Overview of the Grand Hall and the First Peoples Hall | Free

Education and School Programs

FIT Programs

If you are a Tour Operator specializing in FIT products and would like to set up an FIT contract, please contact Stéphanie Fortin, Tourism and Marketing Officer, at 819 776-7086 or stephanie.fortin@historymuseum.ca

Facility Rentals

The Museum of History and the War Museum offer a wide choice of multi-purpose spaces for small or large gatherings of up to 1,200 people. Whether you are planning a banquet, reception, performance or meeting, we have breathtaking spaces that will simply wow your clients.More Details

Special Groups

Need help planning a special group, looking for different ideas or have special requirements?

FAMILIARIZATION TOURS

You would like to experience the Museum for yourself or plan a site visit? Contact us for a familiarization tour of the Museums. Send a request to the Tourism and Marketing Officer at stephanie.fortin@historymuseum.ca